Mangalapalem - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Mangalapalem is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 126 km from Visakhapatnam. Devarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalapalem is 585517. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Mangalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangalapalem
As per Census 2011, Mangalapalem village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 259 males and 279 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 259 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 254 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 102 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 157 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalapalem
Mangalapalem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mangalapalem
Mangalapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Mangalapalem is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mangalapalem is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangalapalem
Where is Mangalapalem located?
Mangalapalem village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalapalem is Devarapalli.
What is the pincode of Mangalapalem?
The pincode of Mangalapalem is 531133.
What is the population of Mangalapalem?
Mangalapalem has a total population of 538, including 259 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Mangalapalem?
There are 131 households in Mangalapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalapalem is 30.30%. Male literacy is 39.38% and female literacy is 21.86%.